St Stephen's Cathedral All-Inclusive Tickets with Towers & Catacombs Vienna
- Duration2.5 hours
- Open onEvery day
- Meeting pointThe Dom Museum Wien at Stephansplatz 6, where the voucher is exchanged
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Overview
One ticket that opens every part of St Stephen's Cathedral, the Gothic heart of Vienna: the nave with an audio guide, the South Tower and North Tower, a guided tour of the catacombs and the Dom Museum Wien. You enter at your own pace on the date you choose, climb for city views, go below ground to the ducal crypt and see medieval art next door. It suits first-time visitors who want the whole story of Stephansdom in one go, and the ticket stays valid for a long period.
Highlights
- One all-inclusive ticket for St Stephen's Cathedral, towers, catacombs and Dom Museum
- Audio guide to the nave, altars and the carved pulpit
- Climb the South Tower for the classic view over Vienna's old town
- North Tower access with the great Pummerin bell
- Guided catacombs tour of about 30 minutes
- Dom Museum Wien, with treasures of medieval and modern religious art
Full Description
St Stephen's Cathedral, Stephansdom
St Stephen's Cathedral, or Stephansdom, is the symbol of Vienna and its most important Gothic building. Its patterned roof of glazed tiles, its tall spire and the steady stream of visitors on Stephansplatz make it the natural centre of any Vienna city visit. If you are searching for St Stephen's Cathedral tickets, this all-inclusive ticket is the most complete way to see it.
Inside, the audio guide leads you to the main altar, the carved stone pulpit by Anton Pilgram, the side altars and the tombs. Is St Stephen's Cathedral worth visiting? Yes: the interior is impressive and calm, and it is easy to combine with the shops and cafés of the old town.
The South Tower and North Tower views
The South Tower, nicknamed Steffl, rises to well over a hundred metres, and the climb of more than three hundred steps ends in a viewing room above the roofs of Vienna. It is a real climb on a narrow spiral stair, so allow time and wear comfortable shoes. The reward is a view over Stephansplatz, the Danube plain and the hills of the Vienna Woods on a clear day.
The North Tower is reached by lift and houses the Pummerin, the great bell of Vienna. Its viewing platform is lower, but it requires no climbing, which suits visitors who prefer to save their legs. Both towers are included in the option on this page.
The catacombs: ducal crypt and the tour
Below the cathedral, the catacombs hold the ducal crypt and the urns in which the entrails of members of the Habsburg family were placed for centuries. The visit is a guided tour of about half an hour, offered in English and German at set times, and you should join at the scheduled start.
It is a quiet and atmospheric contrast to the towers, cool and dimly lit, with stories about burial customs and the history of the cathedral. The catacombs are not suitable for anyone who dislikes narrow spaces, and the tour is by group only.
Dom Museum Wien and planning your visit
The Dom Museum Wien, a short walk from the cathedral, shows the cathedral treasury and religious art of many centuries, with a famous panel portrait of Duke Rudolf IV from around 1360 among its highlights. It is a calm way to finish your visit, and the ticket covers entry.
Opening hours differ for the cathedral, the towers and the museum, and the cathedral can close for services, so check the day's times. Allow three to four hours for everything. You can reach Stephansplatz by U1 or U3 to Stephansplatz, and the ticket remains valid for a long period, so you can spread the visits over several days.
Itinerary
- St Stephen's Cathedral interiorEnter the nave and follow the audio guide to the altar and the pulpit, about 30 minutes.
- South or North TowerClimb the South Tower or take the lift up the North Tower for city views, about 45 minutes.
- Catacombs guided tourJoin the scheduled tour of the ducal crypt and burial chambers, about 30 minutes.
- Dom Museum WienWalk through the cathedral treasury and religious art collections, about 45 minutes.
- StephansplatzFinish in the pedestrian streets around the cathedral with a coffee or a stroll.
What's included
- Admission and audio guide for St Stephen's Cathedral
- Admission to Dom Museum Wien
- 30-minute guided tour of the Catacombs (in English)
- Access to the South Tower and North Tower
Not included
- Transport to and from the cathedral
- Food and drinks
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 4–12
- History and culture lovers
- A half-day plan — about 2.5 hours
Not suitable for
- Visitors who cannot climb a narrow spiral staircase (the South Tower has many steps), though the North Tower has a lift
- People uncomfortable in narrow underground spaces (catacombs)
- During services parts of the cathedral may be closed to sightseeing
Meeting point
There is no hotel pickup. The cathedral is on Stephansplatz in the centre of Vienna, at the Stephansplatz U-Bahn station. Show your ticket at each entrance: the cathedral, the tower, the catacombs meeting point and the Dom Museum on the date and times you choose.
Important information
- The ticket is valid for a long period after the date you select; check details in the booking panel
- The catacombs are visited on a guided tour of about 30 minutes at set times; join on time
- The South Tower has a narrow spiral stair with more than 300 steps; the North Tower has a lift
- The cathedral can close to visitors during services; opening hours differ by area
- Dress respectfully: cover shoulders and avoid beachwear
- Large bags may be refused at the towers
- Bring comfortable shoes and a light jacket for the towers and catacombs
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the St Stephen's Cathedral ticket cost?
The price depends on the option you choose and on the age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and for children, so you can compare before you book.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. Hotel pickup is not included. The cathedral is in the centre of Vienna and the Stephansplatz station is right beside it.
How long does the St Stephen's Cathedral visit take?
Plan on three to four hours if you want to see the nave, a tower, the catacombs and the Dom Museum. You can spread the visits over more than one day.
Is St Stephen's Cathedral suitable for children?
Yes for most children. The South Tower is a real climb, so younger children may prefer the North Tower lift. The catacombs tour is calm and informative.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable shoes for the tower stairs and modest clothing that covers the shoulders. It can be cool in the catacombs and windy on the towers.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, as long as there is still availability. Pick your date in the booking panel and it will show which dates and time slots are open. Check the cathedral's opening times and the catacombs tour times for the day you choose.
What is the difference between the options?
This page offers the all-inclusive ticket that includes the cathedral, the towers, the catacombs and the Dom Museum. Each part has its own opening times, so plan the order of your visit.
How many steps are there in the South Tower?
The South Tower has more than 300 steps in a spiral stair. The North Tower can be reached by lift.
What is in the catacombs?
The catacombs contain the ducal crypt and the urns with the entrails of Habsburg family members, and you visit them on a guided tour of about 30 minutes.
How do I get to St Stephen's Cathedral?
Take the U1 or U3 to Stephansplatz, right beside the cathedral. It is also a short walk from the State Opera and the Hofburg.
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